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Dune II
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 (originally 1992) |
| Genre | Strategy |
| Developer | Virgin |
| Publisher | Virgin |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Dune |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 9 |
Dune II is a strategy game released in 1994 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Virgin. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Dune: The Battle for Arrakis. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1992.
It landed about 5 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1994 include Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Mortal Kombat II and FIFA International Soccer. Among the 32 Genesis strategy games in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.
It is part of the Dune series. The series also appears on other systems with Dune (Sega CD) and Dune 2000 (PS1). Virgin also made Disney's Aladdin, Cool Spot and RoboCop Versus The Terminator for the Genesis.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Dune II is like
Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.
Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.
Dune II cheats & codes
52 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Have Lots of Money | FFD6C3:FF |
|---|---|
| Have Maxed Out Money | FFD6C2:FF
FFD6C3:FF |
Dune II walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Genesis games today
Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.
Dune II FAQ
When did Dune II come out on the Genesis?
Dune II was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994; the original game dates back to 1992.
Who made Dune II?
It was developed by Virgin.
Is Dune II multiplayer?
No. Dune II is a single-player game.
How long does Dune II take to play?
As a strategy game, Dune II typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Dune II on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.